Audit Senior

Harper & Pearson Company, P.C.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Harper & Pearson Company, P.C., located in Houston, Texas, is seeking an Assurance Senior. This role involves preparing correspondence and financial statements while ensuring high-quality client service and effective staff development. A strong commitment to professional growth and CPA certification is essential.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership, problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to develop teamwork within the firm. Experience in accounting and client relations is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting and auditing procedures.
• Ability to effectively use Firm software packages.
• Strong client service and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare clear correspondence and financial statements.
• Participate in engagement planning and review staff work.
• Develop staff and foster teamwork within the office.

Skills

CPA certification process

client relationship management

effective communication

team leadership

problem-solving

Job description

ASSURANCE SENIOR

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE & TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENT

• Prepares meaningful and well written correspondence, as well as clear and concise workpapers with definitive conclusions.
• Demonstrates an awareness of Firm software packages and the ability to use such software effectively.
• Progress towards/complete the CPA certification process. (at least 1 part taken for promotion to Senior and all parts required for promotion to Supervisor)
• Demonstrates the ability to complete engagements, to include: 1) participating in engagement planning (i.e. budgeting, risk assessment, strategic development, and client assistance coordination); 2) reviewing and supervising staff work; 3) identifying issues and apply accounting principles and auditing procedures; 4) resolving open items; and 5) preparing and/or reviewing a complete set of financial statements.

CLIENT SERVICE SATISFACTION

• Develops an understanding of the client’s business and the unique aspects of the industry in which it operates, including significant tax issues.
• Demonstrates and proactively supports the Firm’s commitment to providing quality client service and developing positive working relationships with clients.
• Reveals a good understanding of the Firm’s full range of client services by suggesting those to clients, when appropriate.

STAFF DEVELOPMENT

• Demonstrates the ability and willingness to develop staff by: 1) delegating appropriate work to staff; 2) providing staff with honest, objective and constructive feedback in a timely manner; 3) being accessible to staff to assist in resolving concerns and questions; and 4) participating in in-house training for interns and new staff.
• Fosters an environment of teamwork by example, as a team leader.
• Willingly participates in the recruitment of new staff by referring and/or interviewing candidates, and attending on-campus recruiting events, when appropriate.

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT & FIRM PROFITABILITY

• Is proactive in the management of engagements by anticipating problems and issues and keeping the in-charge/manager informed of engagement status.
• Assesses and maintains both individual and total engagement productivity (realization, chargeability, etc.)
• Participates in marketing activities/events of the Firm, when appropriate.
• Complies with Firm practice management procedures and systems.

PERSONAL GROWTH

• Displays executive presence, business acumen, and professionalism.
• Exhibits effective communication and listening skills.
• Develops networking relationships and participates in professional and community service organizations.
• Displays the ability to make appropriate decisions under pressure.